Reading Time: 7 minutesHannibal Barca, one of history’s greatest military commanders, remains a towering figure in the annals of warfare. Known primarily for leading Carthaginian forces against Rome in the Second Punic War, Hannibal’s strategies and audacity left a lasting impact on military tactics, earning him a place among the most brilliant minds in history. His campaigns, particularly … Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen we mention the word leaders, who immediately comes to your mind? George Washington Douglas MacArthur Bill Gates The list could go on and on. The world has had some fabulous leaders. Many of the great leaders were in the United States Army. In today’s post, we are going to look at a great Army … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn today’s post, I’d like to share 12 neat Winston Churchill facts. I often think about some of the men in history that I would love to have the opportunity to meet and interview. Winston Churchill is one such man who would easily be in my top 10 list. This leader helped guide Great Britain … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn today’s post, I’m going to share 8 cool facts about Colonel John Stapp. If you’ve never heard of him before, you are in for a big surprise. Although Colonel Stapp was not an Army guy, he was a highly respected career Air Force Officer. He was also a flight surgeon, physician, biophysicist, and respected … Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesThey were ruthless! I speak of the Mongols who conquered many lands from 1200 to 1400. Many military leaders have learned tactics and strategies from the Mongol Conquests. Who are the Mongols? Genghis Khan and the Mongols Battling the Jin Dynasty – Courtesy of Wikipedia Commons Mongol stands for the people who are native to … Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesToday, I want to do a short post on the first female Army General Officer: Anna Mae Hays. I’m going to talk briefly about her background and military experience. Rewind the clock nearly fifty years, way back to 1970, and Anna Mae Hays became the first female in the U.S. Armed Forces (not just the … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutes“Captain, what should I do with this soldier? This friend of his says he is alive, but he looks dead to me” The Captain briefly looked at the Army medic and exclaimed “Zip up the bag, he’s dead.” As I reached to zip the bag, I was suddenly showered with a green, gooey substance. Looking … Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesIt was a war that is often looked upon as a backseat in comparison to other wars the United States has been in. But if the outcome to this war would have been different, the United States would not be and look as it is today. I call it the Mexican War here but it … Read more
Reading Time: 10 minutesLet’s talk about female Army generals today. I want to take a moment to honor some truly remarkable women in the U.S. Army who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of female leaders. Originally, I was going to focus on the first female Army general, but as I dove deeper into my … Read more
Reading Time: 14 minutesIn today’s post, I’d like to share what I believe are the top 20 military strategists of all time. I am stepping into a debate that has been going on for years upon years. Everyone who considers military strategy will probably be prejudiced to their own culture. I am attempting to not allow that to … Read more